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The Sentry (Elvis Cole, #14; Joe Pike, #3)

Robert Crais
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The Sentry (Elvis Cole, #14; Joe Pike, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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Robert Crais

The Sentry (Elvis Cole, #14; Joe Pike, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

306

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Sentry by Robert Crais, private investigator Elvis Cole and his partner Joe Pike intervene to help a restaurant owner and his niece, who are threatened by a violent criminal. As they delve deeper, unexpected complexities and dangers arise, forcing them to confront powerful adversaries and uncover hidden truths in their quest for justice.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

27,605 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Robert Crais’s The Sentry is a fast-paced thriller that showcases his talent for suspenseful storytelling. The novel features compelling characters and engaging dialogue, receiving praise for its intricate plot. Some critics noted predictable elements and occasional pacing issues, but these do not significantly detract from the overall gripping experience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Sentry (Elvis Cole, #14; Joe Pike, #3)?

Fans of gripping, fast-paced thrillers like Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer or Lee Child's Killing Floor will relish The Sentry by Robert Crais. Ideal for readers who love complex characters, intricate plots, and heart-pounding suspense in their detective novels.

4.4

27,605 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

306

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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